According to diners dishing it out at The Counter

“Say, ‘Excuse me, waiter. There’s a heart in my soup. I lost it when I looked at you.’ ” — Anna

“Say, ‘No coffee for me. You already perked me up.’ ”— Gary

“Say, ‘I waited an hour for this table . . . how long do I have to wait to take you on a date?’ ” — Neil

“When they ask if you want dessert, say, ‘Are you on the menu?’ ” — Payton

“Say, ‘If you go out with me, I’d be the one serving you.’ ” — Ruiz